Postcode Analysis Thurrock, East of England

SS17 8HF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SS17 8HF.

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Population

362

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 49,200 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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9/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SS17 8HF's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SS17 8HF is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km from Balstonia in Stanford-le-Hope. Administratively it sits within The Homesteads ward and the South Basildon and East Thurrock constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS17, SS17 8HF offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 86% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for SS17 8HF are sourced from Output Area E00080900 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS17 8HF. The average age is 37.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean5.2%
Other / Mixed4.4%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SS17 8HF has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences65
Shoplifting17
Criminal damage and arson14
Other theft14
Anti-social behaviour13

school Local Schools

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Giffards Primary School

Good442 pupils0.4 km
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Arthur Bugler Primary School

Good417 pupils0.4 km
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Graham James Primary Academy

Good473 pupils0.6 km
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Abbots Hall Primary School

Good330 pupils0.7 km
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Ortu Gable Hall School

Inadequate1335 pupils0.7 km
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Ortu Hassenbrook Academy

Requires Improvement581 pupils1.4 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good203 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Co-op Food1.0 km
  • Iceland0.6 km
  • Morrisons0.5 km
  • Co-op Food0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Greggs Bakeries0.5 km
  • Fishnchickn / Serial Grill0.6 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.5 km
  • Fish 'N' Chix0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Corkscrew Off Licence0.8 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
  • Reed Family Butchers0.6 km
  • Costcutter0.6 km
  • Eagle News0.6 km
  • + 8 more
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Springhouse0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Bikash Restaurant0.6 km
  • Corringham Cafe0.6 km
  • Homesteads Pre-School0.7 km
  • Mamas Cabin0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stanford-Le-Hope2.0 km
  • Laindon4.6 km
  • Basildon4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Central Avenue0.1 km
  • Mackley Drive0.1 km
  • Mackley Drive0.3 km
  • Colbourne Close0.4 km
  • Balmoral Avenue0.5 km